Removal And Installation

DRIVE BELTS

Removal and Installation


REMOVAL

1.Remove the splash shield RH. Component.





2.Securely hold the hexagonal part (A) of drive belt auto-tensioner (1) with a suitable tool. Then move the tool in the direction of arrow (loosening direction of tensioner).

WARNING:
Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.

CAUTION:
- Do not loosen the auto-tensioner pulley bolt.
- Do not turn the auto-tensioner pulley bolt counterclockwise.
- If the auto-tensioner pulley bolt is turned counterclockwise for any reason, the auto-tensioner and pulley must be replaced as a unit.
3.Insert a rod approximately 6 mm (0.24 in) in diameter into the hole (B) of the retaining boss to lock drive belt auto-tensioner.
- Leave tensioner pulley arm locked until belt is installed again.
4.Remove drive belt.

INSTALLATION

1.Install drive belt.

CAUTION:
Confirm drive belt is set completely and correctly on all of the pulleys.
2.Release drive belt auto-tensioner, and apply tension to drive belt.

WARNING:
Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.

CAUTION:
Ensure the drive belt and each groove on the pulley are free from all engine oil, coolant and other contaminants.
3.Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise several times to equalize tension between each pulley.
4.Confirm tension of drive belt at indicator is within the allowable use range. Procedures.
5.Install the splash shield RH. Component.